Wow! I've missed a lot in the last 24 hours! First of all,
thank you so much to everyone for their congrats:
Dark Lord: You're always on top of this stuff, and usually one of the first with praise for others ... how did you know I had a soft-spot for Padme/Queen Amidala?

(One of my favorite pics of her as well!) May the Force be with you, Bud! (There's a rumor that this guy's been skulking around, so be careful ... he's not as loyal to the Sith as was originally thought!):
Roy: You're always one of the quickest to praise others as well, and you have a talent for finding some of the best and most unique reference pics! Thanks for all you do!
Redz: Your wit never ceases to amaze ... and while I
didn't take the photo personally, I must admit that I
did get a small amount of twisted pleasure from it, (confederates ... blechh!) I read a story about the "Immortal 600" in high school, but I don't remember much about it, (high school was a blur).
Chief: Thank you kindly ... funny you picked that photo, as my first, (ugh!), wife is in Memphis ... I'll be kind and not make the obvious jab as to why WREC would pertain to her, (Wreck, that is ... whoops! I did it anyway!).
Edgar: My late-night Compadre - Gracias! A Cohiba Ciglo 6 ... doesn't get much better than that! Wish Red was still around to share one with ... we'll light one in his memory, ok?
Bigtyc: Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated! Interesting pic, the Fresno Grizzlies, Chukchansi Park, and a Minor League team for the San Francisco Giants, (I know it was for the 600, just having a little fun with you!). The best thing about these threads is the amazing references everyone comes up with!
Wdleehi: Many thanks as always ... a lot of tissue, indeed! (And Cottonelle ... only the best!). Normally that would
"ply" me to get on a
"roll", but I'm feeling a little
"wiped" out, and a little
"flush" ... though I'm sure it will all come out in the
"end". (Horrible puns, I know!).
Donoghus: Many thanks! This has been a great week for us all, but especially for you ... wow! Brunin' up the blog!
If I missed anyone, I apologize ... this is for all:

Thank you all again ... you folks are what make this place the truly great blog that it is! Here's to #18!!